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Summer Day Camp Counselor
Job in
Lake Zurich, Lake County, Illinois, 60047, USA
Listed on 2026-02-04
Listing for:
YMCA of Metro Chicago
Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-02-04
Job specializations:
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Summer Seasonal
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Foglia YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp Counselors for Summer 2026!
At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in unique experiences and adventures, our Summer Day Camp Counselors are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.
Pay starts at $17.90 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule
Responsibilities- Lead through example as a professional role model and guide campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors, and create a positive camper experience.
- Ensure that each youth has adequate supervision and that no youth is unsupervised at any time.
- Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
- 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
- Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
- Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Discounts on programs
, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.
- A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth
- Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard
- Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required
- You will be 18 years of age or older by the start of camp
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences
- Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices
- Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model
- Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills
- Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description
- The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities
- Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
- Preferred
- Team Player
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Works well as a member of a group - Leader
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Inspires teammates to follow them - Enthusiastic
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Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Preferred
- Self-Starter
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Inspired to perform without outside help - Flexibility
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Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals - Ability to Make an Impact
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Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
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